(Joint Release) JAL Group Launches 'ARGO PROJECT,' the World's First Lunar Transportation Service by an Airline
The JAL Group and ispace have launched the 'ARGO PROJECT,' the world's first lunar transportation service by an airline. The project aims to preserve Earth's culture on the moon, utilizing ispace's 2028 lunar landing mission. JALUX will develop the 'Möbius Ark' transport box, with sales of payload slots starting May 27, 2026.
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- 📰 Published: May 27, 2026 at 14:00
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JALUX Inc., Japan Airlines Co., Ltd., and ispace, inc. have signed a payload transportation service agreement for ispace's upcoming lunar landing mission (Mission 3) scheduled for 2028. Based on this, the JAL Group will begin selling payload slots for the 'ARGO PROJECT' to municipalities and companies starting May 27, 2026. The project aims to transport Earth's valuable culture and activities to the moon for future generations. Payloads will be stored in the 'Möbius Ark,' a dedicated transport box developed by JALUX, and delivered to the lunar surface by ispace's lander. Building on over 70 years of aviation history, the JAL Group is embarking on a new challenge in space transportation.
FAQ
Who should I contact regarding the project?
Please contact the Space Business Team, Business Planning Office, JALUX Inc. at sbiz@jalux.com.